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erythema

noun

Simple meaning

Abnormal redness of the skin resulting from dilation of blood vessels.

Pronunciation

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ehrihthuhmuh
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IPA pronunciation (US)

ɛɹɪθəmə

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Definition

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noun

  1. Abnormal redness of the skin resulting from dilation of blood vessels (as in sunburn or inflammation)

  2. Skin redness from sunburn or chemical irritation

  3. Abnormal redness and inflammation of the skin, due to vasodilation.

Word at a Glance

Difficulty
C2 · Proficient (estimated)
Frequency
Rare
Formality
Technical

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This meaning: Abnormal redness of the skin resulting from dilation of blood vessels (as in sunburn or inflammation)

Used this way, erythema is a reasonably familiar word that usually carries little praise or criticism of its own. It usually sounds natural in a wide range of settings.

Emotional tone
Neutral
Formality
Neutral
Intensity
Not strongly marked
How common
Moderately common
Connotation
Matter-of-fact
Usage feel
Neutral and straightforward

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Word Family

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Compound terms

Established multiword terms.

  • erythema multiformenounCompound term

    A red rash caused by hypersensitivity to a drug or disease or other allergen.

  • erythema nodosumnounCompound term

    Skin condition characterized by tender red nodules on the shins and legs.

  • erythema nodosum leprosumnounCompound term

    An inflammatory complication of leprosy that results in painful skin lesions on the arms and legs and face.

  • erythema solarenounCompound term

    Redness of the skin caused by exposure to the rays of the sun.

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